The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity has announced that it is offering twelve grants of $900 to active girls and women and/or organizations offering sport programs targeted to girls and women. Since 2004, CAAWS has supported 80 individuals and organizations and has dispersed $72,000 through this initiative. With support from Sport Canada, CAAWS provides annual WISE Fund grants to help fund sport initiatives and assist members of the Canadian sport community working to increase opportunities for girls and young women.

For more details and information, please review the submission criteria, application process, deadlines, and frequently asked questions on our website at www.caaws.ca/e/grants/wise/. You can also apply directly by completing the online application form.

Please note that applications will only be accepted between November 22, 2010 and December 10, 2010. Applications received before or after these dates will not be considered. The 2011 WISE Fund recipients will be announced in February 2011.